How To Fix RFM_ASSORTMENT011 - Assortment module &2: Description for language &1 does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RFM_ASSORTMENT - Retail Fashion Management - New Assortment Handling

• Message number: 011

• Message text: Assortment module &2: Description for language &1 does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RFM_ASSORTMENT011 - Assortment module &2: Description for language &1 does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message RFM_ASSORTMENT011 indicates that there is a missing description for a specific assortment in a particular language. This typically occurs in the Assortment module when the system is trying to access or display an assortment description that has not been defined for the specified language.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Language Entry: The description for the assortment in the specified language has not been created or is missing in the database.
  Incorrect Language Code: The language code being used may be incorrect or not supported in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some descriptions may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Assortment Descriptions:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., MM42 for Assortment Management) and check if the assortment exists for the specified language.
  If it does not exist, you will need to create or update the description for that assortment in the required language.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Description:
  
  Navigate to the transaction where you can maintain assortment data.
  Enter the assortment number and the language code.
  Add or update the description for the assortment in the specified language.
  
  
  
  Verify Language Settings:
  
  Ensure that the language settings in your user profile and the system are correctly configured.
  Check if the language code used in the transaction is valid and supported.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check to ensure all necessary data has been migrated correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on maintaining assortment descriptions.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MM42 (Assortment Management) or MM01 (Create Material) for managing assortments.
  Language Settings: Understand how language settings work in SAP, including how to add new languages or maintain existing ones.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to assortment management and language descriptions.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.